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Although it’s tough at times, I don’t regret any of my experiences. I feel like it has made me more empathetic and understanding of those who are going through similar things as I am. I think with mental health issues, it’s so important to be open to conversations about it and to build support systems for each other.

I originally wrote this poem in 2011 and it was titled 'Alone in the Snow.' I made slight modifications to the poem and retitled it 'Soothing Agony' while trying to maintain the emotion that I had put in while originally writing it.

I made the decision right then and there to save my own life ... I know I'll always struggle with my mental health but I'm determined to keep living, to find treatment and answers in case my children have to fight this fight.